2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Premacy | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
